A police officer is at a crime scene and locates a footprint in a flowerbed near an open window. The window is examined closely and pry marks are discovered on the lower window sash and the window sill indicating forced entry. The police officer pointed
out the evidence to the investigator who photographed the evidence and collected the footwear impression using a liquid footwear casting system. Who will be is required to testify in court to get the evidence admitted during the trial?
A) The investigator who collected the evidence
B) The police officer who discovered the evidence
C) Both the police officer who discovered the evidence and the investigator who collected the evidence are usually required to testify.
D) Everyone at the crime scene is required to testify.
C) Both the police officer who discovered the evidence and the investigator who collected the evidence are usually required to testify.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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a. The judge informed Ms. Felonio that if the court grants her request that she cannot expect the trial judge to advise her on tactical decisions during her trial. b. The judge made a searching inquiry to determine that Ms. Felonio's decision to opt for self-representation was voluntary and made after she was informed of the advantages for a defendant charged with a serious crime to be represented by counsel. c. The court determined that although Ms. Felonio's decision to represent herself was knowingly and voluntarily made, she lacked the legal knowledge and skills essential to effectively represent herself before the court. d. The court approved Ms. Felonio's request to represent herself but appointed standby counsel to be available to answer questions she may have concerning court procedures.